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14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 251

Hi Lexie and Truffle,

It is nice to see some new faces on here. I'm a fairly new member and I really like posting and reading to see what others are going through. I get pretty busy and sometimes I don't have time to come on the site, but it really has helped me so far. I have been quite determined to stick to my goals.

I was wondering, what you guys do in social situations? All of my social outings usually involve a drink or two..or more..

how do i go out and stay sober?

Thanks,

Ray

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 12049

Lexie,

Bed time is a gift! Put the kids to bed and slip into a bath or good book! Parents need to relax and decompress as well. Try making a coffee night with friends or movie night with your spouse. Plan it and keep the date! You will have something to look forward to!

Don't forget to get your kids involved! Have them take up some chores and help around the house, lessen the load for you, so as not to be overwhelmed.

Relation is a great coping mechanism!

Josie, Health Educator

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Great Truffle. Let's chat. I'm beginning my weekend here and thinking I can stick to my goals. But I'm listening to Disney at full volume with two screaming kids. No wonder I want to drink!

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 125

Hi Lexie!

Nice to see someone on the site! I am looking forward to getting to know u

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Sure BG, I'd love to chat with you. Things are going much better for me. I haven't met all of my goals but I'm doing much better. I also resent it when people try to talk sense into me. So we are well matched in that way! I'm not sure if we can do private messages or we just talk on the board here. Let me know what works.

Lexie

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 11

Hi Lexie,

This is the second time I've used this site over the years and it's really helpful. I think our situations are similar and our goals are certainly the same. I don't want to give up drinking altogether but I need to get a serious grip on how much and when I drink. If you're up for it we could both try not to drink 3 - 4 days a week. I am trying Mon - Thurs. Managed it last week and felt great. Fell off wagon this week but am determined to pick myself up and try again... I am finding that the more realistic your goals are, the easier it is to achieve them. One day at a time. I'm also the type of person that resents comments and concern from those around me... makes me drink more. I scared myself last week and it was only then that I kicked myself into action. Would love to hear how you're going...

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2606

Hi Lexie,

I'd like to welcome you to the Alcohol Help Center and congratulate you on taking the first steps to getting the help you need.

Start working through program, a big component of it is learning about yourself so you can better understand your addiction.
Some people find that taking a break from drinking for a while really helps them get control of their alcohol use.

Start reading through the forums. I think you'll find there are many people out there you can relate to. The forum is also full of advice and will offer you the wisdom of many diverse experiences in relation to alcohol addiction.
You can expect to feel emotionally upset, anxious or depressed. If you’ve come to depend on alcohol, you may experience cravings for a drink once you stop.

But remember: despite being uncomfortable in the short-term, in the long-term you can expect your withdrawal symptoms and your cravings to disappear. Although you may always remember what you enjoyed about drinking, focus on your benefits. It will get easier.

We are here to help you through this tough time. Know that you are not alone. It will be difficult but it will be worth it!

Check back soon and let us know how you're doing.

Samantha, Health Educator

14 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Hi there. I'm Lexie and just coming down off what you'd call a bender. My husband and I have been regular drinkers for years, we're early 40's, with just a few side affects.

But I was laid off after 20 years and started to have a little "hair of the dog" to get me through the days. I function well but after a few days I start feeling pretty sick and don't accomplish what I want to do. (Like have the incentive to find a job or workout.) I don't do it all the time, but everytime I do I'm just disgusted with myself.

I haven't read through the tools yet, but my current goal is to not drink in the days, to take a few days off a week, and to keep any evening drinks to non-hangover level.

When I saw the postings on this site I started to cry, because it is so hard for me to talk to people about this. My friends and family are either worried and make me feel guilty, or sort of enabling me. I hope to find some support here. Thanks for listening.

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